Bad Boys II

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Bad Boys II is a 2003 American action comedy film directed by Michael Bay, starring Will Smith and Martin Lawrence as Miami detectives.

The sequel to 1995's Bad Boys, it's known for explosive set pieces, raunchy humor, and excess that defined mid-2000s blockbuster filmmaking.

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The film has achieved cult status, often referenced as peak Michael Bay spectacle.

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